Spinach Garlic Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella

Ingredients (makes 12–14 meatballs)

For the Meatballs:

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef or turkey

• 1 cup cooked spinach (squeezed dry and chopped)

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

For the Filling:

• 100g mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes (about 1.5 cm)

For Cooking:

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 jar (about 2 cups) of your favourite marinara sauce (optional)